Da Manの Spring - Summer 2016 の目次

The fashion weeks happening early this year took many by surprise. From Burberry to Paul Smith to Tom Ford, all seemed to be gearing up for big changes and major shifts in their tempo: less fashion lines, season-less shows and faster delivery. To put it simply, high fashion is gearing up for the fast lane. As all of these will commence probably six months from now, what’s left for us to look forward to? For one, we have this season’s most repeated mantra: “Athleisure,” a hybrid between active-wear—things you wear to the gym—and trendy clothing. More than ever, dynamics, practicality and function seemed to take priority. And this, in turn, is a fad that is much more prevalent in menswear instead of womenswear. The same kind of dynamics also took…

SHINE BRIGHT AVAILABLE IN A WIDE VARIETY OF COLORS AND MATERIALS, SHINY JACKETS ARE BECOMING ONE OF THIS SEASON’S MUSTHAVE ITEMS FOR MEN. THIS IS THE PERFECT OUTERWEAR OPTION IN THE WARMER MONTHS OF THE YEAR, AND IS ALSO VERSATILE WHILE KEEPING A COOL AND COMFORTABLE LOOK COLLAR CABANA AS THE MERCURY RISES, DROP YOUR USUAL SHIRT AND ADD IN ONE OF OUR FAVORITE NEW SUMMER GARMENTS THIS SEASON: THE CUBAN COLLAR SHIRT, ALSO KNOWN AS AN OPEN OR CABANA SHIRT. THIS STYLE’S NOTCH LAPEL-LIKE COLLAR DEFINITELY HELPS YOU STAY SHARP ALL THE TIME ORIGINAL SHIN THIS KIND OF TROUSERS—NEITHER LONG NOR SHORT, BUT REACHING RIGHT TO THE MIDDLE OF THE SHIN—IS THE KEY TO LOOKING EFFORTLESSLY STYLISH AS TEMPERATURES START TO RISE. FOR ONE, THIS WARM WEATHER GARMENT WOULD…

TOP MOD K-POP STAR CHOI SEUNG HYUN, AKA T.O.P, PULLED OFF A SNAPPY MOD SILHOUETTE BY PAIRING A SLIM-FIT DARK SUIT WITH SPORTY SNEAKERS AND A STATEMENT BOUTONNIÈRE—A SOLID ENSEMBLE FOR FORMAL EVENINGS SLEEK STYLING WHETHER ON THE RACETRACK OR AT FASHION PARTIES, LEWIS HAMILTON CONSTANTLY LEADS THE PACK. HIS STATEMENT LOOKS COMBINE STRIKING COLORS AND A FITTED SILHOUETTE, TOPPED WITH A TONY WATCH CLASSY CAMEL DESERT-COLORED ENSEMBLES RESERVE A RELAXED AND ALLURING APPEAL WHILE ALLOWING ONE TO STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD. RYAN REYNOLDS’ CRISP, OFFICE-READY OUTFIT PASSES WITH FLYING COLORS EVEN ON THE RED CARPET…

Today, we live in the world of Instagram. At least most of us do. And a common dream for members of this group— whether we acknowledge it or not—is to travel around the world and bask in the exciting cornucopia of culture, fashion and what not. Of course, this being the 21st century, this ideal doesn’t sound as far-fetched as one might imagine. Traveling is no longer something reserved for respite, for pauses in what is considered an ordinary life. It is, instead, a normal part of life. To a certain extent, it is a natural evolution of how our ancestors used to roam the Earth. Now, we simply travel for a more diverse list of reasons—but we are constantly mobile, nevertheless. One way to manifest that notion in fashion…

IF ITALY IS PARADISE FOR FINE TAILORING, THIS POWERFUL LADY IS UNDENIABLY ONE OF THE REIGNING GODDESSES. THE LIVING FASHION LEGEND UNVEILS HER MODERN VISION FOR MENSWEAR With a troop of physically fit models marching down the runway, some sporting silken bandanas, Versace Men’s spring/summer 2016 show was evocative as ever. Bold colors, sharp silhouettes and eyecatching accessories, all played key roles to enhancing the presence of a Versace man: One who walks while exuding self-control and confidence and, at the same time, commanding attention. But deep down, the very core underneath those fine exterior layers is, and has always been about, power. For Donatella Versace, the unflinching pillar of the famed Italian fashion house, the exercise of power is woven into everything she does: from her unabashed, characterful designs…

A funny thing happened during our photo and interview session with Mario Minardi’s Handiman Ali at the brand’s flagship store at Kota Kasablanka, Jakarta. At one point, a middle-aged gentleman walked in and, after browsing a bit, inquired about whether Mario Minardi was an Italian brand. When told that it was essentially an Indonesian brand but registered in Italy, he seemed incredulous, citing (not quietly) the make and prices of the footwear pieces on display. Apparently, it was this gentleman’s belief that nothing “local” could be this refined—or command such prices. To be fair, that gentleman wasn’t exactly alone in thinking so. In a way, this is a common stigma long endured by many of Indonesia’s trendsetters as they continue to make their mark in an increasingly global playground dominated…

Some people inspire others to achieve greatness; others inspire those who have already achieved greatness. American model Brad Kroenig is one of the latter. As a longtime collaborator of designer and photographer Karl Lagerfeld, Kroenig is essentially one of his muses—a source of inspiration much like how a star athlete will inspire a top coach. It would seem, however, that Kroenig has been doing quite a bit of coaching himself, as his two sons— Hudson (who is Lagerfeld’s godson) and Jameson Karl Kroenig (guess where his middle name comes from)— are following in his footsteps. Hudson, in particular, has become a darling of the fashion world ever since he walked for the 2011 Chanel ready-to-wear fashion show in Paris, hand in hand with his father. Of course, all of this…

Mitchell Nguyen McCormack Mitchell Nguyen McCormack is the creative director for DA MAN, DA MAN Style and Prestige Indonesia. Based in Los Angeles, California, McCormack is also the US correspondent and photographer for GQ Thailand. His works have also appeared in Interview, i-D, GQ, Vogue and Teen Vogue. mitchellmccormack.com Nick Heavican A self-taught photographer and filmmaker based in New York City, Nick Heavican’s work captures the qualities and strengths of his subjects. He has previously contributed to V, i-D, Elle, The Last Magazine, Dossier Journal and CR Fashion Book. nickheavican.com Peter Ash Lee Peter Ash Lee is a freelance photographer and the co-founder of Corduroy Magazine, an international arts and culture publication. Lee’s works have been published in The New York Times, British Vogue, L’Uomo Vogue and W. He lives…

London has never really trailed behind the other fashion capitals of the world in terms of relevance, but London Collections: Men sure does a good job of playing catch-up with Paris, Milan and New York. As of its latest spring/summer show, LC:M has permanently expanded its schedule to four days, allowing even more new players to jostle for position with the city’s more established fashion houses. Coach was one of the former. But before we delve into the New York brand’s first foray in LC:M, why don’t we step back a bit to the start of the big week? Opening LC:M’s spring/summer show was Topman Design, which did so without even a single pair of skinny jeans in sight but with plenty of youth culture references taken from a memorable…

One common trait shared by many fashion designers is an inability to weave the right string of words to paint a clear picture of a particular collection or just fashion in general. Not so with Massimiliano Giornetti from Salvatore Ferragamo. Instructed in the fine art of literature but always a true sartorial connoisseur by nature, his presence and vision are a delight to the ears and eyes of a fashion enthusiast. In his chat with DA MAN, the brand’s first ever creative director relishes in every bit of newness in menswear, touches on the progressive trends that tickle his curiosity—“I’m a very curious person,” he professes— and unravels all these with point-blank honesty and an irresistible eloquence. DA MAN: You once mentioned that men dress more formally for casual times…

W hen we’re talking about fashion and style, the word “now” is most commonly used when describing what’s trending at the moment, which looks are currently in favor and what all the big fashion houses are working on presently. In the vocabulary of celebrated designer Tri Handoko, however, “now” seems to be detached from the rest of the world. His work is, thus, unique in the sense it is never an attempt to emulate past success, nor does it follow what’s selling or what will draw crowds in a few months’ time. Yet, you’d be hard-pressed to find any piece of clothing by Tri Handoko that isn’t perpetually wearable. Hailing from the East Java town of Blitar, Tri Handoko first stepped into the world of fashion in the late ’80s.…

A roundup of all that you need to know this season to look and be your best…

What To Wear To 01 OUTDOOR SUMMER PARTIES? These parties rarely have any kind of dress code. You can wear whatever you like—weather permitting, of course. Nonetheless, to ace the summer-ready look you need colors, shades and accessories. Spruce up a simple T-shirt by rolling the sleeves up. For shirts, you can go for a preppy look by buttoning up all the way to your neck, or go casual and chic by opening the top buttons and letting your necklace or tattoos show. For bottoms, bright-colored shorts or pants would do the trick; otherwise, go for a poised look by balancing a graphic top with a pair of black, inconspicuous shorts. Footwear options can vary from boat shoes to sandals. A proper finishing touch to this look is a stylish…

Menswear is a hot market right now, with more and more brands putting in greater amounts of money and energy into their men’s offerings. And it wasn’t exactly hard to read a man’s thoughts when it came to wardrobe selections— until the last several seasons, at least. Or perhaps, it’s menswear designers and their unthinkable pieces that have prompted menfolk to venture into hard-topredict categories. Simple collections of suits, shirts and trousers in neutral shades have been replaced by sporty suits, patterned shirts and colorful trousers. In short, the "classic" men’s look has become a field for experiments and boundary-pushing pieces. In other words, the spring/summer ’16 runway shows in Paris displayed ways to reclassify what counts as—or what will count as—classic men’s attire. Of particular note was Dior Homme,…

New York’s very own men’s fashion week—or what’s officially called the New York Fashion Week: Men’s— has been long overdue, given just how many menswear designers reside in the city and all the creative directors who continuously draw inspiration from the city. There is a cosmopolitan, carefree and commercial appeal to New York that the fashion industry finds particularly alluring. So, the obvious question is: How would designers take advantage of such an exuberant energy and turn it into intriguing collections which will also enable them to cash in on the city’s fashion sense? After all, hype doesn’t mean anything if it can’t translate into growth and increased orders. There are three of the Big Apple’s top menswear designers, however, who never really had to worry about creating collections that…

Luxury in the world of fashion may take many forms, but at its very core, it undeniably boils down to fine craftsmanship. Constantly setting the bar for exemplary craftsmanship in shoemaking for over 120 years is Berluti, a global brand that finally arrives in Jakarta, Indonesia, this year. Since 2012, the Parisian house has embarked on a new yet very exciting journey: ready-to-wear collections. This is when Alessandro Sartori, who had previously sat as creative director for the Z Zegna label, came into the company. Known for his ambitious sartorial concepts, Sartori not only reconstructed Berluti’s DNA as a brand but also, at one point, molded it anew by infusing couture-like touches— mainly through an impressive blend of new materials. Furthermore, and perhaps more interestingly, he also added a sexy…

R ight from the first glance, you could instantly spot what makes a Monstore T-shirt a Monstore. The quirky graphical artwork, the airy, light fabric, and the neutral background—such a simple fashion formula is really hard to break. Equally simple is how this Indonesian label came about: Three high-school friends who loved art got together for a nobler purpose. Yet, what makes it even more interesting is that Monstore is never about fashion per se. At its heart it is, has always been and will forever be about art. And despite Jakarta being its cradle, the brand has now branched out to Japan and Germany, showcasing the global appeal of their art and fashion sense. Another part of their design charms is innovation: Come to their newly opened store at…

All started with the name. Then came the hair. And before you knew it, you couldn’t walk down the street or flip through Instagram without seeing a photo of Lucky Blue Smith. At just 17 years of age, the sixfoot-two, Utah-native has already fronted more than a dozen campaigns, including memorable turns for Tom Ford, Philipp Plein and Moncler. He was voted “Model of the Year” in 2015 and finished as the runner-up in a “Most Stylish Man” poll, right behind the one and only Kanye West. But Smith’s success has had more to do with his serious work ethic and laidback demeanor rather than on plain luck. He’s not only setting trends with his All-American style and ever-changing hairdos, but also setting the standard for what it means to…